AI Tokens Set to Skyrocket: Market Cap Could Reach $60B by 2025, Says Bitget CEO

The market for tokens linked to artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to witness exponential growth, reaching a projected total market capitalization of up to $60 billion by 2025, according to Gracy Chen, CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Bitget. дальше »

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Bitcoin's 2025 price targets - $145k or $249k? It will depend on...

Bitcoin price projections revealed a range of $145k to $249k by 2025 CryptoQuant’s analysis linked BTC growth to realized cap and declining miner reserves Bitcoin [BTC] investors mThe post Bitcoin's 2025 price targets - $145k or $249k? It will depend on... appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Sen. Lummis warns FDIC staff against destroying OCP 2.0 docs

Senator Cynthia Lummis threatened criminal referrals for FDIC staff allegedly engaged in destroying documents linked with “Operation Choke Point 2.0”. дальше »

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Huione, company behind largest illicit online marketplace, launches stablecoin: report

Huione Group, a Cambodian conglomerate linked to the largest illicit online marketplace, has launched its own stablecoin, USDH. The news comes via an Elliptic report and comes despite ongoing scrutiny of its subsidiary, Huione Guarantee, a Telegram-based platform serving cybercriminals… дальше »

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TON Foundation prepares for US expansion amid pro-crypto Trump administration

The TON Foundation, a blockchain initiative linked to Telegram, is gearing up for significant expansion into the United States, according to a Jan. 14 statement. The strategic shift follows its strong 2024 performance and aligns with a more favorable crypto outlook under President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration. дальше »

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Coinbase’s Layer 2 System Base Gets a Marketplace Linked to Gas Revenue

Dragonfly-backed startup Alkimiya unveils a DeFi market for betting on the price of blockspace on the Base rollup. дальше »

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Options Tied to BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Surge to Nearly 50% of Deribit's BTC Open Interest in Two Months

Options linked to BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF (IBIT) began trading on Nov. 19 and have since grown to half the size of Deribit's BTC options market. дальше »

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CFTC mulling review of Crypto.com futures contracts linked to Super Bowl bets: report

The CFTC are voting on whether Crypto.com futures contracts, that let investors bet on who will win major football games including the Super Bowl, should be subject to a 90-day review. According to a Bloomberg report published on Jan. 14,… дальше »

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Key Bitcoin Driver Linked to Current Price Correction Revealed by Max Keiser

Major Bitcoiner Max Keiser has published statement about current BTC correction дальше »

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Russia to Sell $95 Million Worth of Bitcoin Amid Infraud Hacker Group Fallout

Russia’s $95 million Bitcoin liquidation, linked to a crypto bribery case, highlights legal hurdles and potential market volatility. The post Russia to Sell $95 Million Worth of Bitcoin Amid Infraud Hacker Group Fallout appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Tether USDT’s market cap drop linked to ‘seasonal holiday lull’

USDt trading has fallen $100 billion since mid-December, but it “may be premature to turn bearish,” according to Matrixport.

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DEGN launches NFTs linked to 1,690 new ‘physical money’ printers

DEGN has released a Solana-based NFT that can be redeemed for a physical minting device called the Airmoney DEGN Genesis Edition. The device functions as a DePIN hardware wallet, allowing users to trade directly and print their wealth. According to… дальше »

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Cybertruck explosion at Trump hotel linked to bomb or fireworks: Musk

Police reportedly confirmed Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s version of events, which followed an earlier, potentially terror-linked truck attack in New Orleans. дальше »

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Do Kwon to be extradited to US, Montenegro’s justice minister confirms

Montenegro approves Do Kwon extradition to the US for charges linked to TerraUSD's collapse, following a Supreme Court ruling. The post Do Kwon to be extradited to US, Montenegro’s justice minister confirms appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Russian banks authorized to halt transfers with CBDCs for days

The Bank of Russia has approved a new rule that will allow banks to block operations with digital rubles for days if they appear to be linked to fraud. The Bank of Russia has introduced new rules requiring banks to… дальше »

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Can Ethereum Reclaim $4,000? Key Indicators Point Upwards

Ethereum (ETH) price has dropped below multiple resistance following increased sell pressures. ETH price drop is linked to wider crypto outflows in the same time frame after Bitcoin slumped below the $100K mark. дальше »

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Hyperliquid (HYPE) Threatened By North Korean Hackers: What Investors Need To Know

Hyperliquid (HYPE), a decentralized perpetual exchange (DEX) operating on its own Layer 1 blockchain, is currently grappling with significant security concerns after observing abnormal trading activities linked to North Korean hacker groups. дальше »

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Hyperliquid (HYPE) gains at risk amid North Korean hackers’ threat

Hyperliquid (HYPE), a decentralized exchange (DEX) token, has seen a sharp 20% drop in price following reports of hacking activity linked to North Korean state-sponsored groups. After an impressive bull run earlier in the month, hitting an all-time high of $35. дальше »

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South Korea, US team up to craft new strategies against North Korean crypto heists: report

Efforts to counter cryptocurrency thefts allegedly linked to North Korea are gaining momentum as the US and South Korea collaborate to track stolen digital assets and curb malicious activity. According to reports, the partnership aims to develop tools to combat crypto-related crimes tied to North Korean hackers, who have reportedly stolen nearly $1.6 billion worth […] дальше »

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North Korean hackers stole $1.6b crypto this year

North Korea’s cyber operations hit new heights in 2024, with hackers linked to the regime stealing $1.6 billion in cryptocurrency, according to a report from Chainalysis.  This marks a sharp increase from the $660.5 million stolen in 2023 and underscores… дальше »

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MicroStrategy stock jumps 5% post $1.5B Bitcoin buy - More gains next?

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin acquisition fueled a stock surge, highlighting its role as a major BTC holder. The company’s Nasdaq 100 inclusion boosted visibility, but risks linked to Bitcoin remThe post MicroStrategy stock jumps 5% post $1. дальше »

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Ethereum Sees Major Institutional Accumulation And Record ETF Inflows

Ethereum ($ETH) is witnessing substantial institutional interest, as significant transactions highlight ongoing accumulation. Nine hours ago, two multisignature wallets linked to the same creator withdrew their first 4,502 $ETH (worth $17. дальше »

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Why Toncoin’s recovery may not be sustainable - Mixed signals emerge

Toncoin’s price rose 3.6% to $6.39, but network activity, including swaps and active addresses, declined. Analysts linked price trends to decentralized exchange engagement. Toncoin [TON] iThe post Why Toncoin’s recovery may not be sustainable - Mixed signals emerge appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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VANA token skyrockets more than 2700% after Binance Launchpool announcement

The Nirvana project token, VANA, forms a candlestick, surging as high as 2700% after Binance Launchpool announced it will list a native EVM-compatible L1 blockchain token of the same name. The VANA token linked to a metaverse-centered initiative called the… дальше »

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Donald Trump linked World Liberty Financial purchases $12 million Ethereum, Chainlink, and Aave

World Liberty Financial Initiative (WLFI), a DeFi project backed by US President-elect Donald Trump, has made headlines with a recent $12 million crypto acquisition. On Dec. 12, blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain revealed that WLFI acquired 2,631 ETH for $10 million at $3,801 per token. дальше »

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US Govt Moves 54.9 billion Shiba Inu, But SHIB Could Explode By 130%

A wallet linked to the United States government has transferred over 54 billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens to a newly created wallet. Popular blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence indexed the transaction on December 3. дальше »

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Alex Mashinsky to plead guilty to fraud linked to Celsius bankruptcy

Alex Mashinsky plans to plead guilty in the Celsius fraud case, facing charges of fraud and market manipulation after the firm's bankruptcy. The post Alex Mashinsky to plead guilty to fraud linked to Celsius bankruptcy appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO to cut ties with firms that hire officials involved in Biden’s war on crypto

Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong vows that the exchange will cut ties with firms that hire people linked to ‘bad deeds’ of the Biden Administration following Milbank’s hiring of ex-SEC official Gurbir Grewal. дальше »

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US government moves nearly 20k BTC worth $1.92b

A wallet linked to the U.S. government has moved nearly $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to a new address, according to blockchain intelligence and on-chain data platform Arkham. Per Akham, the transfer of nearly 20,000 Bitcoin (BTC) happened on Dec.… дальше »

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Fantom (FTM) Price Pumps Amid Ongoing Sonic Labs Developments

Fantom’s transition to Sonic Labs is showing promising signs for token holders. This week, the FTM price pumped of over 20%, which appears to be closely linked to the ongoing developments surrounding Sonic Labs. дальше »

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Ethereum Co-Founder Sends 20,000 ETH To Kraken As Price Hits 5-Month High

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Over half a billion in crypto loot laundered via Tornado Cash in 2024: report

More than 60% of ETH deposits to Tornado Cash in 2024 originated from high-risk sources, including accounts linked to major crypto hacks. According to a Global Ledger report shared with crypto.news, over $552 million in stolen cryptocurrency was laundered via… дальше »

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DeSci project Pump Science exploited following private key leak

Decentralized science platform Pump Science has warned users of fraudulent tokens deployed via its Pump.fun account after its private key was leaked on GitHub. According to a Nov. 27 announcement, the attacker managed to acquire private keys linked to its… дальше »

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Chainalysis: ETH scams linked to Japanese crypto exchanges drop 69% in H1 2024

Illicit crypto inflows from Japanese exchanges have dropped in 2024, with ETH scams recording a 69% decline, data shows. Crypto fraud and scam activity linked to Japanese crypto exchanges dropped significantly in the first half of 2024, according to data… дальше »

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US indicts nine in crypto laundering scheme linked to drug cartels

A major money laundering network powered by cryptocurrencies linked to international drug cartels has been dismantled by United States federal authorities. On Nov. 21, a federal grand jury in the Southern District of Florida indicted nine individuals for conspiracy to… дальше »

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North Korea Linked To 2019 Ethereum Theft Worth $55.7M, Say South Korean Authorities

South Korean authorities have officially identified North Korean hackers as the perpetrators of a major Ethereum heist in 2019, marking a significant breakthrough in the investigation. The stolen cryptocurrency, valued at 58 billion won (approximately $55. дальше »

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US charges five individuals linked to ‘Scattered Spider’ crypto theft

Federal prosecutors have charged five alleged members of “Scattered Spider,” a hacking group accused of targeting companies and individuals in a spree of cyberattacks. According to court documents unsealed Wednesday in California, the defendants allegedly stole sensitive data and at… дальше »

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Grayscale unveils updated covered call ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum

Grayscale Investments has updated proposals for its Bitcoin and Ethereum Covered Call ETFs, according to Nov. 18 filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The funds aim to generate income through options contracts linked to the firm’s Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded products (ETPs), including the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), its mini Bitcoin trust, […] The post Grayscale unveils updated covered call ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Bitfinex Securities launches tokenized US Treasury Bills in El Salvador

Bitfinex Securities has launched the first regulated public offering of tokenized U. S. Treasury Bills under El Salvador’s new securities framework.   The offering enables investors to purchase digital tokens linked to short-term U. дальше »

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Bittensor at crucial $488 level: Why TAO can see a price reversal now

TAO showed no signs of recovery as it traded near a critical support level historically linked to price rallies. Multiple technical and market indicators aligned, signaling a strong likelihood The post Bittensor at crucial $488 level: Why TAO can see a price reversal now appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal

Dogecoin investors have dropped their lawsuit against Elon Musk, ending accusations of fraud and insider trading linked to his public statements on the cryptocurrency. The post Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Irish authorities seize $3.4m in crypto linked to Chinese ‘pig butchering’ scams

Irish authorities have seized over $3.42 million worth of cryptocurrency, believed to be the proceeds of “pig butchering” scams committed by a Chinese syndicate. According to a report from the Irish Independent citing an unnamed source, an investigation led by… дальше »

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Chinese national admits to laundering crypto scam loot via US companies

A Chinese national has pleaded guilty to laundering $73 million linked to crypto scams through multiple shell companies in the United States. According to a Nov. 12 announcement from the Department of Justice, the accused Daren Li, a dual citizen… дальше »

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US bids to seize Bankman-Fried’s crypto allegedly used in China bribes

Prosecutors petitioned a New York federal court to seize crypto they alleged is linked to bribes paid to Chinese officials by Sam Bankman-Fried. дальше »

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FTX sues Crypto.com to recover millions linked to Alameda Research

FTX has filed a lawsuit to recover over $11 million from a Crypto.com account allegedly controlled by its sister company, Alameda Research. The lawsuit, detailed in a court document dated Nov. 8 and obtained by crypto.news, alleges that Alameda opened… дальше »

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Did YouTuber MrBeast Make $23 Million From Crypto Scams? Shocking Allegations Emerge

A YouTube sensation is currently under fire after several on-chain investigators found traces of information that linked the social media influencer to dubious cryptocurrency promotions. These recent allegations against the content creator, MrBeast, again opened the debate on whether influencers should be held accountable when promoting crypto. дальше »

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MrBeast faces allegations of crypto insider trading

MrBeast allegedly made $23 million from insider trading in crypto projects. He reportedly used 50 wallets to promote and dump tokens, misleading investors. Evidence includes a publicly shared Ethereum address linked to $13 million in trades. дальше »

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Thai Immigration authorities crack down on $620K cross-border crypto scam

Thai immigration officials have busted a cross-border cryptocurrency scam that duped a local woman out of over $620,000. According to local news outlet Khaosod, authorities have arrested five individuals linked to the scam, including Cambodian, Myanmar, and Thai nationals who… дальше »

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Silk Road shadow lingers: Crypto exchange charged for money laundering

DOJ charges Maximiliano Pilipis with money laundering linked to Silk Road transactions. Bitcoin remains strong, surpassing $71,000 amid ongoing legal developments. Amidst the persistent shadThe post Silk Road shadow lingers: Crypto exchange charged for money laundering appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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AurumXchange owner charged with laundering Silk Road-linked funds

American authorities have indicted the owner of crypto trading platform AurumXchange, alleging he funneled funds linked to the infamous Silk Road marketplace. Maximiliano Pilipis, a 53-year-old Indiana resident, helped facilitate over $30 million between 2009 and 2013, a portion of… дальше »

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